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CAM 16 TEST 1 PART 4 VOCABULARY

Lecture (n,v) Desire (n)
Refer to (v) Caution (n)
Philosophy (n) Political leaders
Practical (adj) Calm leadership
style
Appealing (adj) Have a profound
influence on
Lay in (v) Pain (n)
Destructive emotion Transformation (n)
(n)
Anger (n) Initiation (n)
Jealousy (n) Require
considerable
practice
Be under a Master (v)
conscious control
External events (n) Take a lifetime to
v1
Make choices (v) Pleasure (n)
With regard to Have a disciplined
character
Be founded (v) Resonate with (v)
Note-taking (adj) Undertaking (n)
Principle (n) Definition (n)
Be based on A model (n)
Ancient Greece Entrepreneurs (n)
Be practiced (v) The founding
father
The likes of Inspire (v)
Amazingly (adv) Put on a play
Have access to (v) Cognitive (adj)
Dense books Define (v)
Solve problems A different
perspective
Achieve the greatest Wholly (adv)
triumphs
Write something Negative (adj)
down
Publication (n) Transform sth into
sth
Intend (v) Fear (n)
Have an unshakable Virtue (n)
happiness
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VOCABULARY CHECK
A. MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
Which term refers to a talk or presentation on a D) Be founded
particular subject, typically given in an
educational setting? What adjective describes something that is
A) Lecture firmly grounded or rooted in a particular basis or
B) Publication foundation?
C) Principle A) Based
D) Initiation B) Relevant
C) Renowned
When you mention or allude to something, what D) Consoling
phrasal verb are you using?
A) Lay in What noun refers to the process of changing or
B) Refer to converting something into a different form or
C) Make choices appearance?
D) Turn obstacles into opportunity A) Transformation
B) Master
Which adjective describes something that is C) Principle
useful and suitable for a particular purpose? D) Undertaking
A) Appealing
B) Practical Who were the followers of the school of
C) Negative philosophy founded by Zeno of Citium, which
D) Wholly taught that people should be free from passion,
unmoved by joy or grief, and submit without
What noun refers to a feeling of resentment or complaint to unavoidable necessity?
anger because of another's success or A) Political leaders
advantages? B) Stoics
A) Anger C) Economists
B) Jealousy D) Entrepreneurs
C) Pain
D) Virtue What noun refers to a system or belief in which
private property and the production of goods are
When emotions or actions are consciously owned and controlled by individuals rather than
controlled, what phrase is used? by the state?
A) Make choices A) Capitalism
B) Have access to B) Therapy
C) Be under a conscious control C) Transformation
D) Write something down D) Virtue

What noun describes unexpected or outside Which term describes having a profound and
occurrences, especially those that are lasting effect on someone or something?
significant? A) Initiation
A) External events B) Relevant
B) Note-taking C) Resonate with
C) Desire D) Treat depression
D) Fear
What verb means to motivate or encourage
Which verb means to establish or originate someone to do something?
something, typically an institution or A) Inspire
organization? B) Challenge
A) Intend C) Irrational belief
B) Solve D) Create faulty thinking
C) Define
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What noun refers to the mental and emotional a) Theory
ability to recover quickly from change, b) Therapy
misfortune, or adversity? c) Philosophy
A) Resonance d) Practical
B) Pleasure
C) Brilliance Which term means to bring about a significant
D) Resilience change in someone or something?
a) Transformation
What term refers to a spoken presentation b) Initiation
intended to teach or inform an audience? c) Undertaking
a) Lecture d) Lecture
b) Principle
c) Therapy What adjective describes something that evokes
d) Publication interest, pleasure, or approval?
a) Appealing
Which term means to mention or allude to? b) Calm
a) Refer to c) Negative
b) Master d) Relevant
c) Resonate with
d) Define When you mention or allude to something, what
phrasal verb are you using?
Which adjective describes something that is A) Refer to
sensible, realistic, and useful rather than B) Make choices
theoretical or idealistic? C) Be based on
a) Practical D) Define
b) Negative
c) Renowned What word means sensible, realistic, or feasible?
d) Cognitive A) Practical
B) Principle
What does it mean to be under conscious C) External
control? D) Transformation
a) To be influenced by external events
b) To lack discipline Which emotion refers to a strong feeling of
c) To be conscious of one's emotions and actions displeasure and antagonism?
d) To be controlled by destructive emotions A) Anger
B) Fear
What term refers to intense feelings of C) Desire
displeasure and usually a strong desire to harm D) Pleasure
others?
a) Fear When emotions are "under conscious control,"
b) Desire what does it mean?
c) Anger A) They are fully suppressed.
d) Pleasure B) They are managed consciously.
C) They are unpredictable.
Which phrase means to be grounded or rooted in D) They are unconscious.
something?
a) Be founded What are important happenings or incidents that
b) Be based on occur outside an individual?
c) Define A) External events
d) Transform sth into sth B) Ancient Greece
C) Dense books
What is the term for an area of study that deals D) Practicality
with the practical application of knowledge and
principles?
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What is the term for the action of making B) Be practiced
decisions from available options? C) Be based on
A) Make choices D) Renowned
B) Note-taking
C) Publication What term describes the act of writing notes
D) Principle during a lecture or presentation?
A) Note-taking
What word means to establish or originate B) Virtue
something? C) Resonate with
A) Be founded D) Transformation

B. GAP FILLING
1. A__________ philo__________ has shaped many modern ideologies.
2. Many students find lec__________ a chall__________ yet rewarding experience.
3. When writing an aca__________ paper, it's important to re__________ to reliable sources.
4. The study of ethics is a branch of phi__________.
5. Yoga is known for its pra__________ benefits.
6. Controlling a__________ can lead to healthier relationships.
7. Emotions should be under con__________ control rather than suppressed.
8. Some people believe that success is b__________ on hard work and dedication.
9. Students should practice no__________ during lectures to enhance their learning.
10. The pr__________ of a company often reflects its values.
11. The concept of democracy originated in Ancient G__________.
12. Success often requires con__________ years of dedication and hard work.
13. Achieving your go__________ can bring a sense of pl__________.
14. En__________ are known for their ability to overcome ob__________.
15. Po__________ l__________ often have a significant imp__________ on society.
16. Ancient ph__________ often tackles fundamental questions about existence and ethics.
17. During the le__________, students take n__________ to remember important information.
18. When you r__________ to something, you me__________ it or make a reference to it.
19. One of the main pri__________ of Buddhism is to overcome des__________ emotions such as anger
and je__________.
20. Stoicism is an ancient philo__________ that teaches how to deal with ex__________ events.
21. It's important to make ch__________ wisely when faced with difficult dec__________.
22. A__________ G__________ was the birthplace of many groundbreaking ideas and philosophies.
23. The suc__________ of the project lay in careful planning and coor__________.
24. In order to achieve mastery in a skill, it often requires con__________ pr__________.
25. One of the key prin__________ of Stoicism is to control one's em__________.
26. The def__________ of a good life can vary greatly from person to person.
27. Po__________ le__________ often have a pro__________ influence on the direction of a country.
28. En__________ are known for their ability to turn ob__________ into opp__________.
29. Writing d__________ your thoughts and ideas can help you de__________ them more clearly.
30. A l__________ is a formal ta__________ on a specific subject, often given in an edu__________ setting.
31. When you refer to something, you me__________ or allude to it.
32. Practical means sensible, real__________, or feasible.
33. Anger refers to a strong feeling of displ__________ and antagonism.
34. Emotions that are "under cons__________ control" are managed consciously.
35. Ex__________ events are important happenings or incidents that occur ou__________ an individual.
36. Making de__________ from available options is known as making choices.
37. The company was fo__________ on principles of sustainability.
38. No____________________ is essential for effective studying and retaining information.
39. Ancient Greece is often re__________ as the birthplace of democracy.
40. Yoga is a spiritual practice with physical benefits; it is pr__________ by millions worldwide.
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41. D__________ books require focused attention and concentration to understand.
42. Achieving the greatest tri__________ often requires overcoming significant chall__________.
43. W__________ something down helps reinforce memory and understanding.
44. The author's research paper was accepted for pub__________ in a prestigious journal.
45. She in__________ to start her own business after graduating from university.
46. Vir__________ is often considered an essential aspect of l__________ a good life.

MATCHING
1. Lecture (n,v) A. Moral excellence; behavior showing high moral
2. Philosophy (n) standards.
3. Destructive B. Followers of the ancient Greek philosophy of Stoicism.
emotion (n) C. A feeling of happiness or satisfaction.
4. External events D. A formal talk or presentation on a particular subject.
(n) E. Anger, jealousy, and other negative feelings detrimental
5. Virtue (n) to well-being.
6. Initiation (n) F. The study of fundamental nature, existence, and reality.
7. Master (v) G. The action of beginning something.
8. Pleasure (n) H. To become highly skilled or proficient in a particular
9. Transformation practice or activity.
(n) I. A thorough or dramatic change in form or appearance.
10. Stoics (n) J. Events occurring outside the individual, often beyond
their control.

SUMMARY
EXERCISE 1:
Ancient philosophy, particularly Stoicism, isn't merely about l____________ or de____________ readings but
about pr____________ applications throughout history. Stoicism, founded in A____________ G____________,
emphasizes achieving un____________ hap____________ through virtue and conscious control of
des____________ em____________. Despite Stoic thinkers like Marcus Aurelius not intending their writings for
pub____________, their ideas are still acc____________ today.

Stoicism's influence extends beyond philosophy; it ins____________ founding fathers like George Washington
and writers like Thomas Jefferson. Artists like Eugène Delacroix found solace in Stoicism, while economists like
Adam Smith were sig____________ influ____________ by its principles. Even modern po____________
l____________ like Bill Clinton and Wen Jiabao draw insp____________ from Stoic texts.

Stoicism's impact transcends politics and art; it infl____________ Albert Ellis's Cognitive Behaviour Therapy,
aiding in treating de____________ by challenging irrational beliefs. In the business world, Stoic principles foster
res____________ and teach turning ob____________ into opportunities, crucial for entr____________.

Studying Stoicism remains re____________ today, offering insights into l____________ a good life by prioritizing
discipline and principled character. While mas____________ Stoic philosophy takes time, its core principles of
acc____________ what can't be changed and con____________ what can resonate with many, making it
timeless wisdom applicable to contemporary challenges.

EXERCISE 2:
Ancient philosophy, particularly Stoicism, emphasizes ______________ (practical) and problem-solving over
______________ (theory) discussions. It ______________ (origin) in Ancient Greece and was
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______________ (practicality) by ______________ (influence) figures like Zeno of Citium, Epictetus, Seneca,
and Marcus Aurelius. Despite their ideas being passed down through letters and notes rather than formal
______________ (publish), Stoic principles remain ______________ (access) and relevant today.

Stoicism teaches that ______________ (happy) stems from virtue and that individuals have control over their
______________(destroy) emotions. This ______________ (philosopher) encourages transforming fear into
caution, pain into transformation, mistakes into ______________ (initial), and desire into undertaking.

Throughout history, Stoicism has influenced various fields, including politics, economics, therapy, and business.
______________ (politic) leaders like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Bill Clinton were
______________ (inspiration) by Stoic teachings, while (economy) ______________ like Adam Smith
incorporated Stoic ideas into their theories on ______________ (capital).

In modern times, Stoicism continues to provide ____________ (value) insights into leading a good life by
emphasizing ______________ (resilient), self-control, and principled living. However, mastering Stoic principles
requires ____________ (considerate) practice and a disciplined character, making it as ____________ (relate)
today as it was 2,000 years ago.